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SURG TECH - IP SURG TECH (1043D)

Memorial Health · Decatur, IL · $25.72–$39.86 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

You maintain a sterile field for surgical patients of all ages. Tell me about a time you saw a break in sterile technique. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up immediately regardless of who broke sterility, which protects patients from infection.

The posting requires CST certification within six months of graduation. What is your plan for the exam?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real timeline, since certification is a condition of the job.

Tell me about a time a surgeon was short with you during a case.

What they are checking: Whether they stay focused and professional under stress without taking it personally.

This is a full-time evening shift with no call. How does that schedule fit you?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to evenings reliably, which matters for keeping late cases staffed.

What would you do

The surgeon asks for an instrument that is not on your tray in the middle of the case. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm and work with the circulator to get it quickly without breaking the field.

About the work

Walk me through how you set up for a case you have done many times.

What they are checking: Whether they have a consistent routine that keeps them ready and organized.

How do you prepare for a case you have never scrubbed before?

What they are checking: Whether they read preference cards and ask questions instead of guessing during the case.

Walk me through how you do counts and what you do when a count is off.

What they are checking: Whether they follow count procedures strictly to prevent retained items.

How do you adjust your setup for a pediatric patient?

What they are checking: Whether they know smaller instruments and supplies are needed and plan ahead for them.

How do you handle specimens to make sure they are labeled and sent correctly?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that a specimen error can mean a missed diagnosis for the patient.

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The full job description

As published by Memorial Health.

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer. Position Type: On-site Job Description Summary: *** $20,000 Sign on Bonus Available *** *Completion of a formal Surgical Technologist Program, or in the last semester of an approved program is REQUIRED *Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required within 6 months after graduation Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Full Time, Evening Shift, M-F, NO CALL The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) at Decatur Memoral Hospital functions as a member of surgical team, maintains sterile environment for surgical patients of all ages, ensures availability of case-specific supplies and equipment, and passes instruments and supplies. Recruiter: Sandy Dunn Dunn.Sandy@mhsil.com Job Description: Education Requirements: - Graduate of a recognized Surgical Technologist program, or in the last semester of an approved program is required. - National certification and CPR certification are required within 6 months of graduation from recognized program, or within 6 months start date of employment. If the employee allows certification to lapse they must re-certify within 3 months from the expiration date or employment can be suspended or terminated. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. - Will complete additional training or demonstrate competency in skills for all age groups and populations served. Additional training to demonstrate competency will be required for specialty areas/equipment. - Knowledge of anatomical structures and application skills in tissue handling, retracting, clamping, cutting, suturing, and exposure retracting in either the assistant or scrub role. - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. - Monitors the effectiveness and accuracy of surgical equipment and devices for optimum performance. - The ability to maintain sustained hand and/or arm position while moving the opposite hand and/or arm. - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. General Skill Requirements: In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements. - Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled hours and flexing work schedule to accommodate the needs of the department; unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. - Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. - Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. - Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts. - Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively. - Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information. - Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations. - Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. - Quantity – Meets productivity standards-remains productive between procedures; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. - Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations. - Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees. Environmental Factors: This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to uncomfortable temperature levels, and/or potentially injurious elements or conditions and hazardous chemicals. Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk, stand for long periods of time, bend and reach. The employee is regularly required to assist in lifting and supporting patients/equipment (possibly 300 lbs. or more). - The employee will frequently be required to lift weight of 5 to 50 pounds. - The employee will frequently be required to use step stools to gain height for satisfactory performance. - While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to possess visual/auditory acuity to meet visual/auditory demands of the job. Mental Demands: - High degree of mental stress. Pay Transparency $25.72 - $39.86 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/ If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.

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